DB PSYC 565

PSYC 565

Discussion Assignment Instructions

The student will complete one Discussion in this course. The student will post one thread of at least 500 words. The student must then post 2 replies of at least 200 words For each thread, students must support their assertions with at least 3 different peer-reviewed articles (cited in APA format). The 2 replies must be based on what the student has read in the textbook and/or journal articles. Citations are not required for the 2 replies and are considered optional. Acceptable sources include the textbook, the Bible, etc.

Summarize Dr. Watson's now-famous Behavioral manifesto, "Psychology as the Behaviorist Views It." What is the greatest strength of Behavioralism and, conversely, what is its greatest weakness? Finally, briefly outline how you would describe this school of thought to a layperson who does not have specialized knowledge of psychology.